Case Manager

Location: Deer Lodge

Job Description - Case Manager )

Position Title:

Case Manager )

CASE MANAGER MONTANA STATE PRISON DEER LODGE, MT.

The Montana Department of Corrections (DOC) is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment. If you want to work making positive changes in your community, the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!

The Rehabilitation and Programs Division ensures the physical and mental well‑being of inmates, delivers educational and vocational opportunities within prisons, and oversees community facilities dedicated to successfully reintegrating offenders into Montana communities. Also, this division delivers trauma‑informed support to victims of offenders in the correctional system. Join the team responsible for building better tomorrows today!

The Case Manager addresses and supports offenders assigned to Montana State Prison by using appropriate programming, education, treatment, individual program directives and release planning. The Case Manager’s duties include but are not limited to:

• Looking at system risk and transition services for offenders.
• Case Planning, prioritizing and managing caseloads.
• Classification of offenders.
• Conducting Risk Assessments through Motivational interviewing (MORRA).
• Facilitating groups related to the specific needs of the population (Victims Impact or Career Path Group Types).

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s in criminal justice, psychology, education or a related field.
• At least 2 years of job‑related experience.
• Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.

To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a “Relevant File”. In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.

Successful applicants will be subject to the following checks:

• Criminal history check.
• Reference checks.

PRISON RAPE ELIMINATION ACT

Any person who has been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or any person who has been civilly or administratively adjusted to have engaged in the activity as described are not qualified for this position.

TOBACCO

FREE

The use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes is prohibited in Department of Corrections buildings. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited.

Applicant Pool Statement:
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment:
This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary

$28.04 – $28.04 hourly

Telework Eligibility

Not Telework Eligible

Benefits Package Eligibility

Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

1 Employee Status:
Regular

Schedule

Full‑Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location

Deer Lodge Agency:
Department of Corrections Union:
Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date

Dec 31 2025 7:55:18 PM

Closing Date

Jan 15 2026 6:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials

Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Information

Contact Name:
Paula Plattner | Contact Email: paula.plattner | Contact Phone:

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay tana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.

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